Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?

Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.

How did art change in the 18th century?

In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.

How do you identify 18th-century furniture?

To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.

How can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?

One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.

Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?

The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.

What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?

At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Were there cannons in the 16th century?

Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.

Was there glass in the 16th century?

Yes, the history of glass-making goes back much further than the 1600s. It’s believed that they were making glass in different parts of the world at least 3,600 years ago, maybe even longer. During the late Bronze Age in Egypt and in Western Asia, glassmarking advanced significantly and was manipulated extensively to produce vessels, jewelry, and works of art. Shop a range of antique and vintage glass on 1stDibs.

What is the most important painting of the 20th century?

What painting is the most important of the 20th century is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some notable works produced during the period include Paul Cézanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire, Pablo Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, Henri Matisse's The Dance and Jackson Pollock's Lavender Mist. Shop a large selection of 20th-century paintings on 1stDibs.

What furniture was used in the 16th century?

A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.

What is 17th-century furniture called?

What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.

Who invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century?

Sir Isaac Newton invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century. He created it as a replacement for the refracting telescope, which tended to have poor optics. Find a collection of antique and vintage telescopes on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.

Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?

British artist John Singer Sargent was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century. Other notable portraitists from the period include James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Eugène Delacroix, Théodore Géricault, Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassat, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of portrait paintings.

What are the major features of Dutch 17th century portraiture?

17th-century Dutch portraiture has many similarities to other Baroque paintings, including rich colors, dark shadows and intense lighting. Many famous Dutch Baroque works lean toward realism. In Dutch portraiture, props and detailed backgrounds are uncommon. You'll find a collection of Dutch Baroque paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

What art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?

The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.

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18th Century Pastel, Portrait of a Young Boy

$7,900

18th Century Pastel, Portrait of a Young Boy

Located in Vista, CA

18th century pastel, Portrait of a Young boy with 18th century gilt wood frame.

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Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Paintings

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Giltwood

French 18th Century Pastel Drawing Portrait of a Lady

$1,600

French 18th Century Pastel Drawing Portrait of a Lady

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French 18th Century pastel portrait drawing of a lady. Beautiful details and gorgeous old gilt frame.

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Antique Early 18th Century French Provincial Paintings

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Canvas

Maurice-Quentin de La Tour18th Century Pastel Portrait of a Gentleman

$821Sale Price|20% Off

18th Century Pastel Portrait of a Gentleman

Located in Cotignac, FR

Late 18th Century pastel portrait on paper of a bearded gentleman.

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Late 18th Century Rococo Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Pastel

18th Century Pastel - Portrait of a Lady, Early 18th Century

$795

18th Century Pastel - Portrait of a Lady

Located in Corsham, GB

A delicate pastel portrait of a lady, elegantly dressed in a pink gown with a rose adorning her hair. She raises her hand to her face in a gesture that conveys grace and refinement. ...

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Early 18th Century Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

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Pastel

18th Century Pastel Portrait of a Gentleman

$1,495

18th Century Pastel Portrait of a Gentleman

Located in Lambertville, NJ

A very nice portrait of a gentleman in a rosewood frame. On paper, under glass with early frame. 13 inches high, 11.5 inhces wide.

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Antique 18th Century North American American Colonial Paintings

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Glass, Rosewood, Paper

LATE 18th CENTURY PASTEL PORTRAIT OF A GENTLEMAN

$4,108

LATE 18th CENTURY PASTEL PORTRAIT OF A GENTLEMAN

Located in Firenze, FI

French manufacture from the Neoclassical period, around the end of the 18th century. Dimensions: H x W x D overall 71 x 55.5 x 4cm; H x W work only 61 x 45cm

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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Crayon

French 18th Century Pastel Portrait of a Young Lady in Period Costume., 18th Century

$1,307Sale Price|37% Off

French 18th Century Pastel Portrait of a Young Lady in Period Costume.

Located in Cotignac, FR

Late 18th Century French pastel portrait on paper of a young lady in period dress in a 'feigned oval'.

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Late 18th Century Realist Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Crayon, Pastel

Thomas FryePortrait of a Man Wearing a Turban, 18th Century Pastel Drawing

$10,569

Portrait of a Man Wearing a Turban, 18th Century Pastel Drawing

By Thomas Frye

Located in London, GB

Pastel on paper Image size: 13 x 17 1/2 inches (33 x 44.5 cm) Mounted and framed This original pastel drawing by Thomas Frye is a half-length portrait of a man dressed in a turban. ...

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1750s English School Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Oil Pastel

Daniel Gardner18th century pastel portrait of Lady Augusta Corbett and her son, Stuart, 1776

$24,212

18th century pastel portrait of Lady Augusta Corbett and her son, Stuart

By Daniel Gardner

Located in London, GB

Collections: Commissioned by Andrew Corbett, husband of the sitter; The Venerable Stuart Corbett; Sir Stuart Corbett; By descent to 2002; Sotheby’s, London 21 March 2002, lot.10...

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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

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Pastel, Gouache

18th Century Pastel Drawing Giltwood Frame in Style of Jean-Frédéric Schall

$2,800

18th Century Pastel Drawing Giltwood Frame in Style of Jean-Frédéric Schall

Located in Dallas, TX

Originally from the French School circa 18th Century. Created in the style of artist Jean-Frédéric Schall.

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Antique 18th Century French Drawings

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Giltwood, Paper

SECOND HALF OF THE 18th CENTURY PASTEL PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG GIRL

$2,240

SECOND HALF OF THE 18th CENTURY PASTEL PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG GIRL

Located in Firenze, FI

Made in Northern Italy in the second half of the 18th century. Dimensions: H x W x D overall 50 x 41 x 3.5cm; H x W of the work alone 45.5 x 37cm

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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Paintings

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Canvas, Glass, Wood, Crayon

Portrait of a Woman in a Blue Dress by Louis Vigée – 18th Century Pastel

$5,053

Portrait of a Woman in a Blue Dress by Louis Vigée – 18th Century Pastel

By Louis Vigée

Located in PARIS, FR

The soft, luminous quality of the pastel medium, combined with the vibrant blue of the woman’s dress, brings an almost ethereal presence to this portrait, making it a timeless repres...

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Antique Early 18th Century French Rococo Paintings

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Other

18th Century French Pastel Portrait by Saintin Francois Jozan

$5,800

18th Century French Pastel Portrait by Saintin Francois Jozan

Located in Sarasota, FL

18th century pastel painting by French artist Saintin Francois Jozan (1797-1867).

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Antique Early 19th Century French Rococo Paintings

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Giltwood

Detailed 18th Century Style Framed Pastel Bouquet Drawing

$3,000

Detailed 18th Century Style Framed Pastel Bouquet Drawing

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Detailed 18th century style framed pastel bouquet drawing.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV Drawings

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Canvas

Detailed 18th Century Style Framed Pastel Bouquet Drawing

$3,000

Detailed 18th Century Style Framed Pastel Bouquet Drawing

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Detailed 18th century style framed pastel bouquet drawing.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV Drawings

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Cane

Detailed 18th Century Style Framed Pastel Bouquet Drawing

$3,000

Detailed 18th Century Style Framed Pastel Bouquet Drawing

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Detailed 18th century style framed pastel bouquet drawing.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV Drawings

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Canvas

Detailed 18th Century Style Framed Pastel Bouquet Drawing

$3,000

Detailed 18th Century Style Framed Pastel Bouquet Drawing

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Detailed 18th century style framed pastel bouquet drawing.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV Drawings

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Cane

Detailed 18th Century Style Framed Pastel Bouquet Drawing

$3,000

Detailed 18th Century Style Framed Pastel Bouquet Drawing

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Detailed 18th century style framed pastel bouquet drawing.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV Drawings

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Canvas, Wood

18th Century French Pastel Portrait of a Young Woman

$1,137Sale Price|50% Off

18th Century French Pastel Portrait of a Young Woman

Located in Buisson, FR

Nice pastel portrait representing a young woman. Wonderful weathered wooden frame and its old glass, France, 18th century.

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Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Decorative Art

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Wood, Paper

Jean-Baptiste PerronneauLate 18th Century Jean-Baptiste Perronneau Credited French Pastel, 1780 ca.

$6,419

Late 18th Century Jean-Baptiste Perronneau Credited French Pastel

Located in Roma, IT

Late 18th Century Jean-Baptiste Perronneau Credited French Pastel This wonderful pastel on paper, dating from the mid-18th century, is quite consistently attributed to the great Fren...

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Late 18th Century Rococo Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Pastel

Charming 18th Century French Pastel, "Heralding Angels" in Giltwood Frame

$1,200

Charming 18th Century French Pastel, "Heralding Angels" in Giltwood Frame

Located in Buchanan, MI

Charming 18th century French pastel, "Heralding Angels" in giltwood frame.

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Antique 18th Century French Drawings

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Giltwood

Portrait of a Lady - Late 18th Century European Pastel

$4,804

Portrait of a Lady - Late 18th Century European Pastel

Located in London, GB

European School Late 18th Century Portrait of a Lady Pastel on paper, mounted on canvas Image size: 28 x 23 inches Contemporary style frame Provenance: Ernst Museum Auction ...

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Late 18th Century Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

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Laid Paper, Pastel

Benedetto Luti17th-18th Century By Benedetto Luti Head of a Girl Oil Pastel on Canvas, 18th century

$16,526Sale Price|20% Off

17th-18th Century By Benedetto Luti Head of a Girl Oil Pastel on Canvas

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Benedetto Luti (Florence, Italy, 1666 - Rome, Italy, 1724) Title: Head of a Girl Medium: Oil pastel on canvas Dimensions: without frame 28 x 23.5 cm - with frame 38.5 x 33.5 cm Origi...

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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil Pastel

Benedetto Luti17th-18th Century By Benedetto Luti Head of a Girl Oil Pastel on Canvas, 18th century

$16,526Sale Price|20% Off

17th-18th Century By Benedetto Luti Head of a Girl Oil Pastel on Canvas

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Benedetto Luti (Florence, Italy, 1666 - Rome, Italy, 1724) Title: Head of a Girl Medium: Oil pastel on canvas Dimensions: without frame 28 x 23.5 cm - with frame 38.5 x 33.5 cm Origi...

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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil Pastel

Jean-Baptiste PerronneauLate 18th Century French Jean-Baptiste Perronneau Credited Pastel on Paper, 1780 ca.

$6,419

Late 18th Century French Jean-Baptiste Perronneau Credited Pastel on Paper

Located in Roma, IT

Late 18th Century French Jean-Baptiste Perronneau Credited Pastel on Paper This not signed work, is a portrait of a woman, traditionally attributed to Jean-Baptiste Perronneau (1715–...

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Late 18th Century Old Masters Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Pastel

Portrait of a Young Man Original Charcoal and Pastel French 18th Century

$2,882

Portrait of a Young Man Original Charcoal and Pastel French 18th Century

Located in London, GB

French School 18th Century Portrait of a Young Man Charcoal and pastel on paper Image size: 11 x 7 inches Contemporary gilt frame

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18th Century Rococo Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

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Charcoal, Paper, Pastel

Louis-Marin BonnetL’Ecuyer - Etching and Pastel by L-M Bonnet - Late 18th Century, Late 1700

$338

L’Ecuyer - Etching and Pastel by L-M Bonnet - Late 18th Century

By Louis-Marin Bonnet

Located in Roma, IT

The work Le Petit Maitre is an amusing and typical 18th-century illustration in costume, and probably the represented character is the protagonist of a 1734 comedy by Pierre de Mariv...

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Late 18th Century Portrait Prints

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Pastel, Etching

18th Century Oval Pastel Painting of a Milk Girl

$1,739

18th Century Oval Pastel Painting of a Milk Girl

Located in Leuven , BE

Magnificent 18th century oval painting representing a lovely milk girl.

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Antique 18th Century European Romantic Paintings

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Paste

Louis-Marin BonnetLe Petit Maitre - Original Etching and Pastel by L-M Bonnet - Late 18th Century, Late 1700

$338

Le Petit Maitre - Original Etching and Pastel by L-M Bonnet - Late 18th Century

By Louis-Marin Bonnet

Located in Roma, IT

The work Le Petit Maitre is an amusing and typical 18th-century illustration in costume, and probably the represented character is the protagonist of a 1734 comedy by Pierre de Mariv...

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Late 18th Century Portrait Prints

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Pastel, Etching

A pastel portrait of a gentleman - 18th century - Louis XVI period - framed

$5,835

A pastel portrait of a gentleman - 18th century - Louis XVI period - framed

Located in GRENOBLE, FR

It still has its original glass with typical 18th century unevenness ; this is a distinctive (and charming) feature of antique glasses (but it makes it difficult to make the pictures).

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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Paintings

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Gold Leaf

A pastel portrait of a lady - 18th century - Louis XVI period - framed

$5,835

A pastel portrait of a lady - 18th century - Louis XVI period - framed

Located in GRENOBLE, FR

It still has its original glass with typical 18th century unevenness ; this is a distinctive (and charming) feature of antique glasses (but it makes it difficult to make the pictures).

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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Paintings

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Gold Leaf

Pastel 18th Century Venus of the Grape Harvest France

$2,280

Pastel 18th Century Venus of the Grape Harvest France

Located in palm beach, FL

Pastel 18th century Venus of the grape harvest France Portrait of a young girl with an antique crown of bunches of grapes, vine leaves and ears of wheat.

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Antique 1770s French Paintings

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Paper

18th Century French Drawing

$1,400

18th Century French Drawing

Located in Madrid, ES

18th Century French Drawing 18TH CENTURY FRENCH DRAWING PORTRAIT OF A LADY FROM THE 18TH CENTURY DONE IN PASTEL THE FRAME IS BACK IN GOLDEN WOOD MEASUREMENTS: 70X52 CM

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Antique 18th Century French Baroque Drawings

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Wood, Paste

Portrait of Nobleman - Pencil Drawing - Late 18th Century, Late 18th Century

$420

Portrait of Nobleman - Pencil Drawing - Late 18th Century

Located in Roma, IT

Portrait of Nobleman is a Pencil and Pastel Drawing realized by an unknown artist of late 18th century.

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Late 18th Century Old Masters Figurative Prints

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Paper, Pastel, Pencil

DarbesPortrait signed Darbes, 1781. Russo-Baltic period, Riga address on the reverse, 1781

$7,002

Portrait signed Darbes, 1781. Russo-Baltic period, Riga address on the reverse

Located in Firenze, IT

This delicacy of tone recalls the effect of 18th-century pastels, in harmony with Darbes’s known activity as a pastellist and miniature painter on parchment.

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Late 18th Century Rococo Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a young woman in an gilt oval frame, pastel drawing, 18th century

$1,634

Portrait of a young woman in an gilt oval frame, pastel drawing, 18th century

Located in NICE, FR

Portrait of a Young Woman, pastel drawing, presented in its original oval frame protected by glass, 18th century Delightful portrait of a young noblewoman in the fashion of the late...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Drawings

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Paste, Paper

Rape of the Sabines - Sanguine Drawing End of 18th Century, End of 18th Century

$758

Rape of the Sabines - Sanguine Drawing End of 18th Century

Located in Roma, IT

Rat of Sabinesis an original sanguine drawing on thick cream-colored paper, realized by an anonymous French artist of the end of XVIII century. A superb original drawing with skille...

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Late 18th Century Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

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Pastel

Pair of Austrian Pastel Portraits

$15,000 / set

Pair of Austrian Pastel Portraits

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of Austrian pastel portraits of country gentlemen in original carved wood gilt frames. Portraits retain the original glass.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Austrian Paintings

The Milkgirl, Rococo-Style, Unknown Artist, Pastel Drawing, -

$1,739

The Milkgirl, Rococo-Style, Unknown Artist, Pastel Drawing

Located in brussel, BE

Not only in the 17th century, but also in the 18th century, genre painting, where people are portrayed in their daily life, was successful. The theme of the milkmaid, which we all kn...

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18th Century Rococo Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

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Pastel

Francis HaymanSelf-Portrait - Royal Academy Founding Member, 18th Century

$40,353

Self-Portrait - Royal Academy Founding Member, 18th Century

By Francis Hayman

Located in London, GB

Francis Hayman RA 1708–1776 Self-Portrait Oil on oak panel Image size: 8 x 6¼ inches Contemporary gilt frame This newly discovered work is the earliest known self portrait by Franci...

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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oak, Oil Pastel

Chinese porcelain pastel Foo Dog

$641

Chinese porcelain pastel Foo Dog

Located in DELFT, NL

Fô dogs in polychrome porcelain famille rose, forming an incense holder. China, 18th/19th century. Good condition. Height: 23 cm. Width: 7 cm. Depth: 5 cm.

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Ceramics

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Porcelain

Jean-Baptiste PillementPair of Grisaille paintings Rustic scenes 18th century French Rococo Master, e.g. 1780-1799

$4,250

Pair of Grisaille paintings Rustic scenes 18th century French Rococo Master

By Jean-Baptiste Pillement

Located in Stockholm, SE

Magnificent rococo pair paintings depicting scenes from the life of Europe of the 18th century. Two scenes tell us about the lives of travelers and fishermen of the time.

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18th Century Rococo Landscape Paintings

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Wood, Paper, Chalk, Pastel, Gouache, Wood Panel

18th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Antique Painting Landscape with Genre Scene, 1750

$12,838

18th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Antique Painting Landscape with Genre Scene

Located in Vicoforte, IT

Antique 18th-century Italian painting. Oil on canvas, first canvas, artwork depicting a rural genre scene set in an idealized countryside landscape. The composition's focal point is ...

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1750s Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil Pastel

Adam Frans van der Meulen (Brussels 1632 – Paris 1690) Portrait Battle Horse Van Der Meulen Paint 17/18th Century Oil on canvas, 1680-1730

$9,589Sale Price|20% Off

Portrait Battle Horse Van Der Meulen Paint 17/18th Century Oil on canvas

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Circle of Adam Frans van der Meulen (Brussels 1632 – Paris 1690) Equestrian portrait with battle scene in the background Oil on canvas? 81 x 103 cm.?In frame 105 x 124 cm. ...

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17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil Pastel

Lucien-Victor Guirand de ScévolaL V Guirand de Scevola (1871-1950) A Man writing at his desk , Signed pastel, circa 1920

$443Sale Price|20% Off

L V Guirand de Scevola (1871-1950) A Man writing at his desk , Signed pastel

By Lucien-Victor Guirand de Scévola

Located in Paris, FR

What is striking is the modernity of the execution of our pastel, which obviously contrasts with its subject in the style of the 18th century.

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1920s Art Deco Interior Drawings and Watercolors

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Pastel

Pair of Pastel Green Colored Velvet Pillows with Antique Metallic Embroidery

$2,801 / set

Pair of Pastel Green Colored Velvet Pillows with Antique Metallic Embroidery

Located in Salzburg, AT

A pair of down-filled pillows fabricated with a 18th century raised gold metallic embroidery of a cross-bordered with antique gold metallic gallon on pale French green-grey velvet. H...

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Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Pillows and Throws

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Gold, Metallic Thread

Hugh Douglas HamiltonEighteenth-century Irish portrait of the Rev. Henry Dabzac, c.1760s

$12,106

Eighteenth-century Irish portrait of the Rev. Henry Dabzac

By Hugh Douglas Hamilton

Located in London, GB

Pastel on paper, oval 9 x 7 ¼ inches; 230 x 185 mm Inscribed on the verso: ‘The Revd Henry Dabzac D.D./ late Senior Fellow of/ Trinity College Dublin/ ever to be lamented by all th...

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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

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Pastel

Young Woman with a Ribbon – Engraving after François Boucher 18th - L.M. Bonnet

$793

Young Woman with a Ribbon – Engraving after François Boucher 18th - L.M. Bonnet

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

The caption at the bottom of the print indicates that it was engraved by Bonnet, a renowned 18th-century engraver known for his pastel-style prints that capture the softness and velv...

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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Prints

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Paper

Portrait of a young woman in Louis XV period dress, 18th

$7,002

Portrait of a young woman in Louis XV period dress

Located in BELEYMAS, FR

French School Portrait of a young woman in Louis XV period dress Pastel on paper mounted on oval canvas H. 68 cm; W. 54 cm (Frame: H. 102 cm; W. 71 cm) 18th century frame, anti-refle...

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Mid-18th Century French School Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Paper, Pastel

Daniel GardnerSophia, Lady de Clifford and her Children

$47,079

Sophia, Lady de Clifford and her Children

By Daniel Gardner

Located in Taunton, GB

The collection was first established during the 18th and early 19th centuries, and many of the works were personally chosen for the enjoyment they brought.

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18th Century Portrait Paintings

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Pastel

Michelangelo MaestriThe Clumber Maestris: A Pair of Bacchantes, c.1790

$29,592

The Clumber Maestris: A Pair of Bacchantes

By Michelangelo Maestri

Located in Oxford, GB

Furthermore, it is likely they hung in the Lincoln Sitting Room, forming part of a large group of pastels, all depicting similar female figures.[9] This suggestion is strengthened by...

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18th Century Figurative Paintings

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Pastel

Maurice-Quentin de La TourPortrait of Prince Charles Edward Stuart, ‘Bonnie Prince Charlie’, 1748

$24,884

Portrait of Prince Charles Edward Stuart, ‘Bonnie Prince Charlie’

Located in Oxford, GB

After Maurice-Quentin de la Tour (1704-1788), Portrait of Prince Charles Edward Stuart (1720-1788), Bonnie Prince Charlie (later Jacobite 'King Charles III') Pastel on paper laid on...

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Mid-18th Century Portrait Paintings

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Pastel

Francis CotesA Pair of Portraits, 1751

$67,255

A Pair of Portraits

By Francis Cotes

Located in London, GB

Pastel on paper stretched on canvas Each 23 ¼ x 19 ¾ inches; 59 x 50 cm Framed dimensions, each: 83 x 67.5 cm Both signed ‘F. Cotes Px 1751’ Collections: Captain Penton; Christie’...

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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Paper, Pastel

John Singleton Copley (attr.)Due ritratti figurativi aristocratici pastelli su pergamena primi del XIX secolo, primi del XIX

$8,753

Due ritratti figurativi aristocratici pastelli su pergamena primi del XIX secolo

Located in Florence, IT

Sul cartoncino applicato nella cornice è riportata l'annotazione, a penna e in grafia Kurrent, "Urgroßvater Ludwig Fr(ei)h(e)r(r) von Keller" "Urgroßmutter Fr(ei)h(e)r(rin) von Kelle...

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Late 18th Century Other Art Style Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Parchment Paper, Pastel, Cardboard

Carte des Isles Philippines – Antique Map of the Philippines, 1752

$1,400

Carte des Isles Philippines – Antique Map of the Philippines, 1752

Located in Langweer, NL

The map is especially appealing for collectors of Southeast Asian cartography, Philippine history, colonial exploration, and decorative 18th-century maps. Its elegant pastel coloring...

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Antique Mid-18th Century French Maps

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Paper

Optical View of the Royal Palace at Buen Retiro, Hand-Colored, London c.1780

$490

Optical View of the Royal Palace at Buen Retiro, Hand-Colored, London c.1780

Located in Langweer, NL

Elegant townhouses flank the palace on the right, and a formal promenade with rows of trees recedes into the distance on the left, emphasizing the symmetry and formality of 18th-cent...

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Antique Late 18th Century English Prints

Materials

Paper

Pair of Chinese Famille Rose Baluster Jars with Ancient Censers, c. 1920

$2,880 / set

Pair of Chinese Famille Rose Baluster Jars with Ancient Censers, c. 1920

Located in Chicago, IL

Sometimes referred to as "yangcai" or "foreign colors," the famille rose style emerged during the 18th century and employs pastel palette of opaque overglaze enamels that favors rose...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

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Porcelain

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Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?
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How did art change in the 18th century?
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Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?
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The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.
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What furniture was used in the 16th century?
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Who invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century?
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Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?
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